Transcript National Council of University Research Administrators

What makes DARPA unique…
Formed in 1958 to PREVENT and CREATE strategic surprise
Capabilities, mission focused
Finite duration projects
Diverse performers
Multi-disciplinary approach…from
basic research to system engineering
As the DoD’s innovation engine, we
are committed to the boldest, creative leaps…
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Doing business with DARPA…
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Become familiar with the challenges and opportunities of National Security.
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Approach a program manager; they are the key to working with DARPA.
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Look for Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Broad Agency
Announcement (BAAs) solicitations at www.darpa.mil,
www.grants.gov, or www.fedbizopps.gov. For DoD SBIR or STTR
Solicitations visit www.dodsbir.net
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Think boldly. Embrace risk.
Put your ideas in writing. Draft a white paper.
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Engaging with DARPA…
DSO
MTO
IPTO
TTO
STO
TCTO
AEO
Physical
Sciences
Basic Science
Core
Cognitive
Systems
Devices
Integration
Global Tactical
ISR
Training &
Human
Effectiveness
Power
High Priority
Computing
Advanced
Platforms
Cyber-resilience
Agile Programs
with Frequent
Development
Cycles
Mathematics
Command &
Control
Comms,
Networks &
Cyber
Complex
Networks
Materials
Advanced
Weapon
Systems
Energy
Conduct
Systematic
Rigorous
Assessments
Architectures
Language
Processing
Advanced Space
Systems
Engineered
Biological
Technologies
Application
Sensors &
Processing
Intelligent
Collaborative
Systems
Explore New
Contracting
Approaches
HighPerformance
Computing
Develop strong
Relationships
Biological
Warfare Defense
Biology
Hybrid Warfare
Extreme
Environments
Emerging
Technologies
If you have an idea that is high-risk, high-reward and
would like to do business with DARPA, please contact the
appropriate Office Director or Program Manager.
www.darpa.mil
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SBIR/STTR Programs
Congressionally mandated
programs…
Stimulate technological innovation
Increase private sector
commercialization of Federal R&D
Foster participation by minority and
disadvantaged firms in technological
innovation
SBIR
2.5% of all
extramural
RDT&E
FY10 - $67M
STTR
.3% of all
extramural
RDT&E
FY10 - $8M
SBIR/STTR is the Largest Source of Early Stage Technology Financing in the U.S.
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Program Comparison
Phase
SBIR
STTR
Phase I
6 months
$99K
50K Gap
Phase I Option*
8-12 months
$99K
Phase II
24 months
$750K
by invitation only on a
continuous basis
24 months
$750K
Phase II Option*
Phase II
Enhancement
$1:$1 Match
Up to $200K
$1:$1 Match
Up to $200K
Phase III
No time limit
No SBIR funds
No time limit
No STTR funds
* Phase I and Phase II options began with 10.1 Solicitation
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Solicitation Dates
DoD
Solicitation
Solicitation
Pre-Release
Solicitation
Opens
Solicitation
Closes
SBIR 10.1
12-Nov-09
10-Dec-09
13-Jan-10
STTR 10.A
25-Jan-10
23-Feb-10
24-Mar-10
SBIR 10.2
21-Apr-10
19-May-10
23-Jun-10
SBIR 10.3
STTR 10.B
20-Jul-10
17-Aug-10
15-Sep-10
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Preparing a Winning
SBIR/STTR Proposal
READ and FOLLOW Solicitation Instructions
Focus on the Topic and Information Provided by
the Author
Take advantage of the pre-release period
Emphasize Your Innovative Approach
If there are Technical Barriers - Address Them
Highlight Past Successes - Technical &
Commercial
Update Company Commercialization Record
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Evaluation Criteria
Soundness, Technical Merit and Innovation
(This is the most important consideration)
Qualifications of the Principal Investigator and the
team, both from a technical standpoint and their
commercialization vision
Commercialization of the effort –
DoD-Warfighter and Civilian Applications
Each proposal is evaluated on its own merit and not
compared to other proposals
Evaluations are based on the information contained
in the proposal only
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Barriers to Contract Award
Shortage of seasoned Contracting Officers and
contracting personnel
Company does not have an government acceptable
cost accounting system
Human or Animal subject research
Public release requirements
Failure to properly assert technical data or
computer software (DFARS 252.227-7018)
Human/Animal Subject Research
HUMAN SUBJECTS RESEARCH (HSR)
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Plan for 6-9 months for entire approval process
Suggest proposing HSR in Phase 2, thus allowing enough time to prepare documentation and
complete various approval processes in Phase 1
Two required reviews: 1) Local Institutional Review Board (IRB) review
2) DoD required headquarters level review
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Requirements:
Federal Wide Assurance
Protocol and Consent Form
Ethics Training
ANIMAL RESEARCH
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Documentation to submit to DoD veterinarian:
IACUC Approved Protocol and Approval Letter
USDA Facilities Inspection Report
Completed DoD Animal Use Appendix
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Ensure all information that is submitted in the Animal Appendix matches the final
IACUC-approved protocol
Approval process timelines depend upon nature of study; plan for 6-9 months for entire
approval process
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Transition Pilot
Managed under a grant to Foundation for
Enterprise Development (FED) www.fed.org
Transition Pilot Focus
– Address core components to support successful
transition such as:
Define Technology Ecosystem
Develop Business Models
Identify Partners and Collaborators
Evaluate Markets and Customers
Focus on Acquisition Systems and Procurement
Mechanisms
Collect and Share Successes and Lessons Learned
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Contact Information
Small Business Programs Office (SBPO)
3701 North Fairfax Drive
Arlington, VA 22203-1714
Susan Nichols
Program Director
(571) 218-4922
[email protected]
Small Business Support Team
(703) 526-4170
[email protected]
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www.darpa.mil/sbpo